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16th century map of Sardinia cartouche
16th century map of Sardinia cartouche. Detail from the map of Sardinia contained in the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museums. Sardinia is an Italian island in the Mediterranean sea. The Gallery of Maps holds maps which were commissioned between 1578 and 1580 to show the regions of Italy and territories of the church. The maps are based on the work of Ignazio Danti, a 16th century Italian priest, mathematician, astronomer and cosmographer, and are an important record of 16th century geography. The map scale on the ships sail appears to indicate up to 4000 standard Roman paces, in 200-pace division, which would be equivalent to 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) in total
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10"x10" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of Sardinia with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This stunning image showcases a 16th century map of Sardinia cartouche, a fascinating glimpse into the past. Detailed and intricately designed, this cartouche is taken from the map of Sardinia housed in the renowned Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museums. Bring the history and beauty of Sardinia into your home or office with our high-quality photographic prints, sure to add character and depth to any space.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a detailed cartouche from a 16th century map of Sardinia, found in the esteemed Gallery of Maps within the Vatican Museums. Sardinia, an enchanting Italian island nestled in the Mediterranean Sea, is beautifully depicted in this ancient artwork. Commissioned between 1578 and 1580, these maps were created to illustrate the various regions of Italy and territories belonging to the church. They are based on the remarkable work of Ignazio Danti, a renowned 16th century Italian priest who excelled as a mathematician, astronomer, and cosmographer. These maps serve as invaluable records of geography during that era. A fascinating detail captured in this image is the scale on one of the ship's sails. It appears to indicate up to 4000 standard Roman paces divided into increments of 200 paces each – equivalent to approximately 4 miles (6.4 kilometers). This measurement provides insight into how distances were understood at that time. The intricate illustration showcases not only historical maritime elements but also highlights Sardinia's significance within ancient geography. The artistry displayed here reflects both scientific accuracy and artistic finesse. As part of its vast collection encompassing earth sciences and mapping endeavors throughout history, Science Photo Library presents this extraordinary piece from their archives with great pride. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring curiosity about our world and its ever-evolving understanding through exploration and cartography.
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